Automation Technician

Magnet-Schultz of America has over 140 team members all jointly focused on the creation of the highest quality electromagnetic devices. A shared enthusiasm for continuous improvement and the desire to better serve our customers make MSA an organization that fosters sustainable growth. MSA strives to accomplish its business goals through the structured development of the capabilities of both the organization as a whole and the individual employee.

Location: Westmont, IL

Job :114

# of Openings:1

Would you like to join our Team where a shared enthusiasm for continuous improvement and the desire to better serve our customers make us foster sustainable growth? Magnet Schultz of America (MSA) is proud to be part of the wider Magnet-Schultz group, a fourth-generation, family-owned engineering group headquartered in Germany.

MSA strives to accomplish its business goals through the structured development of the capabilities of both the organization as a whole and the individual employee.

• Our employees choose an attitude of gratitude.
• All jobs are opportunities and provide value to the customers.
• We don’t blame, we take ownership.
• We do not simply follow our passion. We bring it with us.
• We are committed to providing a safe work environment.

The Automation Technician is responsible for providing advanced technical support for automated manufacturing and facility systems, including PLCs, robotics, HMIs, industrial networks, and electrical controls. This role leads equipment reliability efforts, TPM activities, root cause investigations, and automation improvement projects while serving as a subject matter expert for controls and automation systems. Success in this role is measured through improvements in uptime, reliability, OEE, maintenance effectiveness, and overall operational performance.

• Associate Degree in Automation Technology, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment.

Experience reading, troubleshooting, and modifying PLC programs written in Structured Text, including debugging logic and supporting automation improvements.

• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, including Control Logix, Compact Logix, Studio.
• Experience programming and troubleshooting Beckhoff PLCs, TwinCAT software, and EtherCAT networks is a plus.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting FANUC CNC and robotic systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, servos, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience with HMI, machine vision, and industrial networking systems.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience utilizing CMMS systems to manage preventive maintenance and equipment history.
• Strong understanding of TPM, reliability-centered maintenance, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, data analysis, and KPI reporting.
• Ability to work independently and support production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Experience implementing and sustaining TPM programs.
• Demonstrated success improving OEE, MTBF, MTTR, PM Compliance, and Equipment Availability.
• Experience with FANUC robotics systems, including troubleshooting, programming.
• Experience with Beckhoff automation platforms, TwinCAT programming, and EtherCAT networks.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and Factory Talk applications.
• CMMS…